Santani Wellness Resort & Spa

Recent winner of the Tatler Spa Guide 'Zen Master' award, Santani has made a huge impact as a newcomer in 2017. In no time at all Santani has sealed its reputation as one of the best spas in Sri Lanka by providing a personalised, top-drawer experience for their guests. Specialising in Detox, Anti-Ageing and Weight Loss, each retreat begins with a consultation with the doctor who then creates a programme designed to maximise the benefits of the stay. A personalised fitness plan is also implemented throughout your stay with optional outdoor activities available, including mountain biking, trekking and kayaking in the Hulu River.

A peaceful wellness haven enveloped by an abundance of natural beauty, Santani is a place to re-connect, slow the pace and gain perspective. Tucked away in the hills, this hideaway is a mere one hour away from the sacred and historic city of Kandy, the spiritual centre of Sri Lanka and home to one of the most sacred relics in Buddhist culture. The simple, rustic buildings (modelled after 16th-century architecture in the Tampita Vihara style) have been designed with nature in mind and give homage to traditional Sri Lankan homes with large pillars, exposed columns and polished hardwood floors throughout. Harmony guides everything they do, within one of the world’s lushest environments, the holistic architecture treads as lightly as possible upon the land to let nature’s rhythms lull you back to life and let you enjoy the restorative powers provided by nature.

Mountain View Chalet

There are 16 stand-alone, single-bedrooms each complete with a balcony and approximately 500sq ft. Each single room can accommodate two people maximum. Each room is elevated and provides a stunning view into the jungle valley surround and the picturesque mountains beyond.

Garden View Chalets

The four Garden View Chalets at Santani are designed for families with children (above 12) and hence located away from the main area of the resort. These are situated in an area with a small paddy field on one side and a tea plantation on the other. Two chalets are connected to each other through a common open area. One of the two chalets are specifically designed for Children between 12 - 15 with no balconies and other safety specifications. All chalets have a glass wall that provides unhindered views of the lush vegetation surrounding the area. These chalets do not have the mountain vistas, but provide a cosy, secluded feel among thick vegetation and are ideal for groups and families. The chalets can be also be sold individually as well. Similar to Santani's other chalets, these rooms also do not have televisions. While digital detox is a key component of the Santani experience, they do offer in-room WiFi on demand.

The walking distance from these chalets to the main lounge and restaurant is about 10 minutes but Tuk Tuk shuttles are available on request to shuttle guests from these chalets to the main facilities.

The Santani spa facility is the ultimate place to go for a little rest and relaxation. Soak up the peaceful ambiance as soon as you enter the consultation room, which faces a lush three-tiered terrace of rice paddies. Visit the marvellous facilities to soak in the thermal salt bath or spend your time in the steam room or sauna. An array of personalised treatments with origins from around the world can be performed in one of three treatment rooms, one which is specifically designated for use by couples.

Wellness consultants will act as your concierge for the duration of your retreat. They will assist you beginning with an initial consultation with feedback and they will be available as you undergo multiple therapies while on your programme.

Your all-inclusive resort experience at Santani includes a personalised approach to gourmet wellness cuisine. In place of a printed menu for everyone, Santani’s experienced, internationally trained chefs prepare your healthy natural dishes according to a custom meal plan created in co-ordination with the Head of Wellness and Santani’s in-house Ayurvedic doctor based upon your health goals and physical condition.

In addition to a wide variety of wellness activities, other alternatives available at Santani will help you to re-connect with nature. Enjoy the fresh air as you traverse one of many nature trails or immerse yourself into a natural swimming pool. You can also try mountain biking, and if you are more adventurous, learn the basic of farming on site or at a paddy-field.

If you prefer to explore further afoot, you can learn about the process of making tea at a tea estate or join a wildlife safari at either the Wasgamuwa wildlife park of Knuckles world heritage biosphere. Bird-watchers will also be delighted by the natural aviary wildlife. Day excursions to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, are popular - and guests may also like to play a round of golf at the country's best golf course.

Get acquainted with local wildlife on a safari at Wasgamuwa Wildlife Park.

For a unique treatment, try watsu, where you will be supported and gently stretched while in the water.

Special Offers

Healing Holidays Exclusive offer:

Book 10 nights or more and receive complimentary return internal flights from Colombo to Santani on Cinnamon Air "conditions apply", 2 complimentary nights and 2 additional personal yoga sessions per person.

This offer is valid for stays up to 31st March 2019, excluding 20th December 2018- January 10th 2019. This offer cannot be combined with any additional offers and is also not valid for any of the retreats.

Programmes

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Santani Detox Programme

Santani Wellness Resort & Spa | Sri Lanka

7 nights | Receive 2 extra nights free

Cleansing and Detoxing are primary tools of Ayurveda, the treatments involved clean the body of the root causes of illnesses. Regular cleansing of the body is linked to preventing the occurrence of many diseases such as cardiac issues, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, etc.
The Santani Detox progr…

Personal Dosha Ayurveda Retreat

Santani Wellness Resort & Spa | Sri Lanka

7 nights

If you are keen to experience the benefits of Ayurveda or intend to be treated for specific health conditions like Arthritis, Sciatica, spondylosis, various skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema etc, nervous system disorders, and respiratory tract disorders, this programme is for you.

Santani Weight Loss Programme

Santani Wellness Resort & Spa | Sri Lanka

7 nights | Receive 2 extra nights free

Weight loss is a struggle for even the most motivated of us, Santani offer a programme that is tailored precisely to your needs to ensure successful and sustainable weight loss.
After meeting with you, the Santani staff with then design a custom programme to eliminate undesired weight and leave …

Santani Yoga Programme

Santani Wellness Resort & Spa | Sri Lanka

7 nights | Receive 2 extra nights free

This seven night retreat at Santani combines evening yoga with a variety of lifestyle workshops and activities designed to relax and restore balance. During your stay you will learn about meditation and other relaxation techniques through scheduled wellness activities that will help you centre. To …

Santani Anti-Ageing Programme

Santani Wellness Resort & Spa | Sri Lanka

7 nights | Receive 2 extra nights free

Santani’s holistic but firm approach to anti-ageing is exactly what makes this programme so effective, their focus isn’t just to reduce signs of ageing on the outside, but dramatically improve your inside, for a healthier lifestyle as you age.
Following a consultation with one of the…

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